Ben Walpole
About Ben Walpole
Ben Walpole is a Senior Manager of Content Development at the American Society of Civil Engineers, where he focuses on promoting the civil engineering profession. He has a background in journalism, having worked as a Sports Editor and Reporter at Gannett for 14 years.
Work at American Society of Civil Engineers
Ben Walpole has served as the Senior Manager of Content Development at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for writing, assigning, and editing content for ASCE News, which aims to promote the civil engineering profession. He develops content strategies that emphasize the achievements and contributions of ASCE members. Additionally, he hosts and produces the ASCE Plot Points podcast, which features stories and insights from civil engineers, further enhancing the visibility of the profession.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Before joining ASCE, Ben Walpole worked at Gannett as a Sports Editor and Reporter from 2000 to 2014. During his 14 years in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, he gained extensive experience in sports journalism. His role involved covering various sports events and managing content related to local sports, contributing to the publication's overall sports coverage.
Education and Expertise
Ben Walpole holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English from Miami University, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Montessori Teacher Education from Xavier University, completing this program in 2013. His educational background equips him with strong communication skills and a deep understanding of content development.
Background in Sports Journalism
In addition to his long tenure at Gannett, Ben Walpole briefly worked as a Sports Writer for Enquirer Media in 2015. This position lasted for four months and allowed him to continue his focus on sports journalism in the Cincinnati area. His background in sports reporting has contributed to his expertise in content creation and storytelling.